Shake Down
Akon · Konvicted [2006]
Stand up
Salute
Devon Stephens
Up front is in the building
It's the konvict album
Yeah
Yall done fucked up now
I got money now nigga
I got enough money to free all the stars
He ain't lyin
If you sellin we ain't buyin
If you got it on ya block
You best believe we supplyin'
From a key to a half a pound
A quarter to a dime
Tryin' to own a piece of Brooklyn
Like my niggas John Klein
Hey
Ya know me I'm known to rock wit it
Roll through your spot wit it
Post up block wit it
Hey ya know me I'm on the block with it
Non-stop wit it
Violate and get popped wit it
Hey
So I suggest ya keep steppin on me
Cause you will rarely find me
Without my weapon on me
Got the whole konvict squad bettin on me
And now the dots around the world
Are now connectin' on me
Hey now
A bunch of gangstas strapped
So make a wish now
When they come wavin' them ghats
Ya know to lay down
And give em all ya got
Cause it's a shake down
Hey now
A bunch of gangstas strapped
So make a wish now
When they come wavin' them ghats
Ya know to lay down
And give em all ya got
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Do I make myself clear
Oh oh oh hey hey hey
A fleet of European cars in my driveway
Ferarri
My shortie ridin' shotgun
Bumpin sadie
Toes hangin' out the window
Loadin' up my army
You know I keep a bad bitch breathin' on me
Also known to have no business with no beefin on me
And won't hesitate to cock it
When them people on me
So guess what
No exceptions to ya neither homie
Ya know I got that African connection
Locked up in a facility correction
I'm a star, style changed
Hangin' like blow
Black royals in the front
We in the place now
Hey now
A bunch of gangstas strapped
So make a wish now
When they come wavin' them ghats
Ya know to lay down
And give em all ya got
Cause it's a shake down
Hey now
A bunch of gangstas strapped
So make a wish now
When they come wavin' them ghats
Ya know to lay down
And give em all ya got
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Do I make myself clear
Oh oh oh hey hey hey
Now Ima show ya how to break this down
He'll show ya how to shake this down
First nigga to create this sound
Can't believe it took a konvict to shake this town
Dippin' European linen with the v-net
Diamond studded vvs
No less
Kunta kinte bracelet
Lit up the whole set
My nigga we on deck
Believe it's no sweat
Need street credibility who you go get
I give you that credibility for the right check
Keep your future on the shelf
Quiet where it's best kept
Don't want them upfront shooters
Bringin' red light
Hey now
A bunch of gangstas strapped
So make a wish now
When they come wavin' them ghats
Ya know to lay down
And give em all ya got
Cause it's a shake down
Hey now
A bunch of gangstas strapped
So make a wish now
When they come wavin' them ghats
Ya know to lay down
And give em all ya got
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Oh oh oh
Cause it's a shake down
Do I make myself clear
Oh oh oh hey hey hey]
Shake Down
Shake Down stands as a standout track from Akon's 2006 breakthrough album, Konvicted. Released during a period of immense commercial success for the Senegalese-American singer, the song exemplifies his signature blend of R&B and pop sensibilities. The recording captures the artist's ability to craft infectious melodies that resonated with global audiences, contributing to the album's status as a defining work in his discography. While the track shares the energetic production values found on the record, it maintains a distinct rhythmic drive characteristic of Akon's early solo career. This era marked a significant shift in mainstream music, with the artist establishing a unique vocal style and songwriting approach that influenced countless contemporaries. The song remains a testament to the creative momentum that propelled Konvicted to critical acclaim and widespread popularity.